Plasterers apply plaster and cement mixtures to walls and ceilings, fix fibrous sheets and cast and fix ornamental plasterwork to the interior or exterior of buildings.

Tasks

  • Mixes, or directs the mixing of, plaster to desired consistency
  • Applies and smoothes one or more coats of plaster and produces a finished surface, using hand tools or mechanical spray
  • Pours liquid plaster into mould to cast ornamental plaster work
  • Measures, cuts, installs and secures plaster board and/or ornamental plasterwork to walls and ceilings
  • Covers and seals joints between boards and finishes surface
  • Checks surface level using line, spirit level and straight edge.

Entry Requirements

There are no formal academic entry requirements, though GCSEs/S grades are advantageous. Entry is typically through an apprenticeship or traineeship approved by ConstructionSkills leading to an NVQ/SVQ in General Construction at Level 3.

What could I earn?

Salaries for this occupation tend to start at £24,000 per annum and can progress up to £32,000 per annum.

Is it in growth or decline?

There are currently 4,320 employed Plasterers in the region.

Current Vacancies

Dryliner/Plasterer
/ The Best Connection Group Limited / 14 Aug 2024
Pre plastering labourer
/ Thorn Baker Recruitment / 14 Aug 2024
Shropshire Community Health ANP
/ Medacs Healthcare / 14 Aug 2024
Warehouse/Yard Person - multiskilled
/ Shropshire Green Energy Centre Ltd / 14 Aug 2024
CSCS Labourer
/ Nelson Permanent Placements / 14 Aug 2024